How Do You Find Entropy for a Material Given Specific Equations?

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To find the entropy for a material described by U=C1PV2 and PV2=C2T, start with the equation dU=TdS-PdV, which is valid for reversible processes. Isolate dS to express it in terms of U, P, and V, then apply the specific equations provided. The integration of this expression will yield the entropy. It's important to note that the initial equations require specific conditions that may not always hold. Proper application of thermodynamic principles will lead to the correct calculation of entropy.
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Homework Statement



For a material given by U=C1PV2 and PV2=C2T
Find the entropy

Homework Equations



dS/dU = 1/T; dU/dV = -P

I don't know if I require anything else

The Attempt at a Solution



So from 2 equations I got U = C1
C2T

But dU/dT is not equal to S. Which equation do I use to get the entropy? I was thinking of using F = U-TS. Which will give F = C1PV2 - TS And then doing dF/dT but then I didn't use the 2nd condition at all.

What am I missing?
 
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Hi lifeonfire! :smile:

Your relevant equations are not always true, the first requires V to remains constant, while the second requires S to remain constant.

For reversible processes, the equation dU=TdS-PdV is true without conditions on state variables.
From this you can isolate dS, apply the formulas given for your material, and integrate.
 

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